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A short gap is the perfect break for people in university or work who only have a few weeks to spare for travelling. You can do all sorts of exciting things in a short space of time from adventure travel, volunteering, learning new skills and more! Discover the world with our awesome short gaps.
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With over 200 trips in more than 50 countries, Gap 360 has your perfect travel experience. From group tours to paid work, volunteering to learning a new skill, there’s something for everyone - your adventure is waiting.

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Our flights partner, Flights 360, is on hand to get you the best deals on plane tickets. They work directly with airlines around the world, and can help from simple return flights, to complex round the world itineraries.

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Having comprehensive travel insurance is an important part of travelling, from unexpected medical bills, to lost baggage, it’s important you have cover in place. Our travel insurance partner provides simple and flexible cover designed for our trips.

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Many destinations have simple entry requirements for travellers, others involve visas and vaccinations. We offer a visa service so you can make sure you have the right documents before you go - no stress!

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Gap 360 can help you plan a bespoke itinerary. Whether it’s a combination of a few countries, or an epic round the world journey, we can make sure you get the most out of your budget, and make sure the dates and flights fit perfectly for you.

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Round the World trips provide life-changing experiences. Gap 360 offers set packages, or you can build your own itinerary! We can help with flights, visas, and travel insurance, so all you have to do is grab your passport and have the trip of a lifetime.

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From budgeting to packing, and advice for parents & guardians, Gap 360 provides expert information on gap years and youth travel. Our travel advice and help sections are based on years of real world experience exploring the world.

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Meet and chat with fellow travellers before you head away! Find other people travelling to your destination, ask questions to people who have already been, and discuss everything travel.

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Travelling safely is at the heart of what we do. For added peace of mind we offer a safety training course, ideal for first time travellers or those going on longer more extreme trips. Led by experts, if you’ve never travelled before, this is great preparation.

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Whether it’s a birthday, graduation, or Christmas, give the gift of travel! You can select any amount for your gift voucher, and they never expire. You’ll also get a virtual gift card to send to your recipient.

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Looking for an in-person or virtual presentation for your class? We offer unbiased advice sessions about the benefits of taking a gap year. We can also provide printed materials such as brochures and flyers, including our ‘Should I take a Gap Year?’ guide.
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Because at Gap 360 we really want to make sure that you have an unbelievable trip abroad! Choose from 200+ gap travel programmes in over 50 destinations and let our expert travel advisors help you plan your dream trip down to the very last detail. Don't delay, plan your gap adventure today!

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If you are a school, college, university or organisation and would like to book a Gap 360 presentation, or have us take part in your gap fair, then we are happy to come and visit you and fill you in about gap travel!

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Discover great stories from our travel experts! Our blog is packed full with press releases, articles, news and reviews. We are happy to be contacted on all matters regarding gap year travel, provide insightful articles, or attend workshops and debates.

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Learn to Scuba Dive

Do you want to learn to scuba dive on your gap trip? Scuba diving is an amazing experience, allowing you to explore incredible underwater worlds in some of the planet's most stunning oceans. Learn to dive in Thailand or head to Australia and learn to dive at the Great Barrier Reef. Beginner divers can sign up for one of our learn to dive packages and gain a PADI Open Water qualification abroad. Once you can scuba dive, the world really is your oyster!

Our learn to dive programmes include open water dives where you will learn scuba diving skills surrounded by fantastic fish, coral reefs and marine wildlife, or even stay on a liveaboard boat! Learn to scuba dive and open the window to a new marine world!

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Learn to scuba dive in Thailand

Thailand is one of the most popular locations to learn to scuba dive, and it's not hard to see why! Our learn to dive programmes are based on the idyllic Thai island of Koh Tao. This paradise destination offers some of the world's best scuba diving waters, with colourful marine life and warm, wonderful oceans to explore. You can sign up for our individual learn to dive in Thailand programme, or add in a scuba dive learning experience on our top Thai Adventure tour.

Learn to dive in amazing Australia

Australia's iconic Great Barrier Reef is one of the most epic locations to learn to scuba dive! Once you've gained those all-important scuba skills, Australia also offers some of the most incredible underwater dive sites. See intricate coral, impressive marine life and crystal-clear waters Down Under.

Scuba dive around the world

Your scuba diving adventures don't need to stop there! Once you have a PADI qualification you can take off and discover the depths wherever you want. See stunning underwater worlds all across the globe. Many of our top tours offer scuba divers the chance to try out their skills. Dive from New Zealand, explore Bali's seas, dive from the coast of Africa or skim through the ocean around South America.

Have unforgettable scuba diving adventures around the world!